An invitation to tea

Wednesday

Jan 16, 2013 at 12:01 AM

A new season of 20th-century aristocratic splendor has begun on PBS. "Downton Abbey" fans hosting episode-viewing parties have the chance to stage a proper English tea that would delight even the dour and discriminating Violet, dowager countess of Grantham.

A new season of 20th-century aristocratic splendor has begun on PBS. "Downton Abbey" fans hosting episode-viewing parties have the chance to stage a proper English tea that would delight even the dour and discriminating Violet, dowager countess of Grantham.

Here, a few recipes and British-minded tea tips for lords and ladies looking to emulate the tea-loving Crawleys.

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